Buying a switch

JASON123

I know that the ICND uses the 2950 switch, but could I use a 1900 switch to practice for the exam? Do the commands differ greatly where it wouldn't be worth getting the 1900 switch? After buying all the books and two routers, I am not sure that I can afford getting a switch for $500!! Thanks for all your help.

xetrev

from what i saw on the ccna test nothing on the 1900's was on the exam, completely different format of commands to do things. i would spend the money on a 2900

shadown7

The Webmaster and others around here including myself suggest a 1900 if you can't get a 2950. There is still alot you can do with that switch and the hands-on will be worth it. I have a 1924 and I'm doing fine with the labs.

If you CAN afford the 2950 then get that but if not the 1900's will do you some good.

JASON123

Ok, forgive me for my ignorance, but how would any 2900 series switch work such as a 2924 switch? Is that close enough? Once again, thanks for all your help.

xetrev

same command format, the 1900 and the 2900 series routers have a completely different command path to get vlans up and working.

JASON123

Then I guess I'll starting bidding on the 2924. Thanks xetrev and shadown7 for all your help.

Drakonblayde

For the lowerend 2900's, make sure you're bidding on the right switch (small greenish box) You want a 2950 series, or a 2900XL. The regular 2900's are CatOS based, and won't do you a lick of good in studying for the CCNA